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No more connectivity woes as PTA approves Wi-Fi 7

Pakistan leads Asia-Pacific by approving WiFi 7 on 6 GHz band, promising ultra-fast speeds, lower broadband costs, and improved connectivity for homes and businesses.

  • Recently, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority approved the rollout of Wi‑Fi 7 and opened the 6 GHz band for future wireless technologies.
  • After submarine cable cuts, Information and Technology Secretary Zarrar Hasham warned officials that repairs to submarine cables off Yemen's coast could take four to five weeks.
  • Experts note Wi‑Fi 7 supports ultra‑high speeds, low latency and reduces congestion on older Wi‑Fi bands while enabling 8K streaming, AR/VR and industrial automation.
  • Households, small and medium enterprises , educational campuses, healthcare facilities and smart city projects will see improved connectivity, while everyday users can expect faster downloads and smoother video calls.
  • As one of the Asia‑Pacific early adopters, Pakistan aligns Wi‑Fi 7 with its vision for a secure, modern digital economy and complements the upcoming 5G rollout.
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Business Recorder broke the news in on Friday, September 26, 2025.
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